Summary
The road project now costs about $26 million but the federal grant caps at $25 million. Council covered the gap by sweeping leftover sinking fund money — no new taxes, but the city is on the hook for overruns.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $1.36 million in city money above the $25 million federal grant.
Commuters and neighborhoods connected by the new road corridor.
Mentions & discussions (2)
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City Council - Jan 20, 2026
The road project now costs about $26 million but the federal grant caps at $25 million. Council covered the gap by sweeping leftover sinking fund money — no new taxes, but the city is on the hook for overruns.
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